Guidelines for driving sustainable prevention and resolution of forest fires, fine dust (PM2.5), and haze problems

Abstract

This research aims to study 1) To study the situation and factors that cause forest fires, PM2.5 dust, and haze problems; 2) To provide recommendations as guidelines/measures for preventing and solving forest fires, PM2.5 dust, and haze problems. This research is a qualitative study using document research and analysis, and in-depth interviews with 3 main sample groups: 1) executives/officials from the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation; 2) academics/experts; and 3) people affected by forest fires, PM2.5 dust, and haze problems, totaling 13 people.

The results of the study on sustainable forest fire, PM2.5 dust, and haze prevention and solutions are divided into 2 main issues that are consistent with the objectives as follows: 1) The forest fire, PM2.5 dust, and haze situation are caused by 2 main causes: natural causes and human-caused forest fires, agricultural burning, and industrial burning, and transboundary haze. There are also factors from topography, meteorological aspects, and the impact of climate change. All sectors must still monitor and keep watch on the situation, join forces and work together to solve the problem more effectively. 2) Recommendations to serve as guidelines/measures for preventing and solving forest fires, fine dust particles (PM2.5) and smog, divided into 3 areas as follows: 2.1) Increasing efficiency in spatial management 2.2) Prevention and reduction